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community (Topic) does saw palmetto actually work?

in Chat 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Saw palmetto can help reduce DHT levels and may work in combination with other supplements like beta sitosterol and pygume, but it's less effective than finasteride. Additional treatments like pumpkin seed extract, zinc, biotin, essential oils, scalp massages, and micro-needling can support hair health, but should not replace existing treatments like finasteride.

community Has anyone used this? Does it work? If not need an alternative

in Product 15 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation concludes that over-the-counter DHT blockers, like Saw Palmetto, are largely ineffective for hair loss. Finasteride and Minoxidil are recommended as more effective treatments.

community Thoughts on these and similar other products?

in Chat 4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of DHT blockers for hair loss, questioning if they are just vitamins or truly effective. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community How significant is the difference between 0.5mg Dut and 1mg Fin?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 2 years ago

0.5mg dutasteride reduces scalp DHT more than 1mg finasteride, leading to better hair regrowth results. Users report significant improvement with dutasteride compared to finasteride.

community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

in Chat 158 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

in Research/Science 81 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

community Why Cant we just find an effective androgen receptor antagonist that works locally on the scalp?

in Research/Science 3 years ago

Researching and developing an effective local antagonist to block the androgen receptors for hair loss, as opposed to using DHT synthesis inhibitors that lower serum DHT levels. Several treatments such as CosmeRNA and Pyrilutamide are currently in development or undergoing trials.

community My understanding of how androgenetic alopecia works (plus FIN and DUT)

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 4 years ago

Androgenetic alopecia is affected by scalp DHT levels, not sensitivity, with treatments like finasteride and dutasteride aiming to optimize these levels. Personalized DHT management is crucial for effective hair growth.

community Well, I guess this puts the scalp tension theory to bed

in Satire 138 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes various causes like DHT, blood flow, and skin fibrosis. Treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Side effects of topical azelaic acid?

in Research/Science 5 upvotes 5 years ago

Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual side effects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.

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